Land of Rest is dedicated to the victims who lost their homes and loved ones in the floods of Hurricane Floyd. The title of the composition is also the name of the American folk hymn-tune which is introduced in the middle of the piece. This simple but lovely…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Robert Palmer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
With influences of jazz, latin, and even video game music, this work is fun and enjoyable and can be performed as a solo or duet.Program NotesNarrow is the Road is a piece I wrote during my studies at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. During my time in…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Winton Yuichiro White
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
After a free introduction setting the mood for the sounds of the night, Palmer moves into a quicker driving section providing playful exchanges between all instruments leading to the exciting conclusion to Night Sounds.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2002 Number…
Style:
Percussion, Woodwind
Composer:
Robert Palmer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Written to complement an art exhibit of Monet's paintings, Nocturne of the Water Lilllies reflects an impressionistic style while retaining rhythms, harmonies, and melodies that reflect the composers writing.Program NotesNocturne of the Water Lilies is a…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Winton Yuichiro White
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Toccata in Dance Rhythm is an exploration of polyrhythm and color in the band/wind ensemble medium. Multiple overlapping layers of sound are employed in a way that is suggestive at times of jazz or African rhythms. A contrasting middle section highlights…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Robert Palmer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications